Union Budget 2026-27 Unveils INR 20,000 Cr CCUS Plan, Customs Relief for Solar and Storage

Budget 2026-27 announces INR 20,000 crore for CCUS, extends nuclear import exemptions, boosts battery storage and mineral processing, and restructures PFC-REC to strengthen energy security and clean-tech manufacturing.

Policies & Regulations | 01/02/2026 | By EI News Network

India to Drive 35 Percent of Global Energy Demand Growth Over Next Two Decades: Puri at IEW 2026

India will account for up to 35 percent of global energy demand growth over the next two decades, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said during his keynote address at the India Energy Week 2026 in Goa. He also outlined India’s push across biofuels, green hydrogen, CBG, CNG and LNG, while stressing the continued role of oil and gas.

Business | 28/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Hindalco Commits INR 21,000 Cr to Smelter Expansion, Commissions FRP and Battery Foil Facilities in Odisha

Hindalco Industries has announced an INR 21,000 crore 3.6 lakh-tonne-per-annum smelter expansion in Sambalpur, Odisha and commissioned a 1.7 lakh-tonne-per-annum flat rolled products and battery-grade aluminium foil manufacturing facility with an investment of INR 4,500 crore.

Business | 28/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India–EU FTA to Cut Non-Tariff Barriers, Add CBAM Flexibility and Boost Clean Tech, AI Cooperation

The India–EU FTA addresses non-tariff barriers, secures Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) flexibilities, supports emission compliance, and boosts cooperation in AI, clean technologies and semiconductors.

Policies & Regulations | 27/01/2026 | By EI News Network

NTPC Green Energy Signs MoU with UP Govt to Develop RE and Green Hydrogen Projects

NTPC Green Energy has signed an MoU with the Uttar Pradesh government at the World Economic Forum in Davos to develop renewable energy and green hydrogen projects in the state.

Business | 27/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Juniper Green Energy Secures INR 1,739 Crore in Debt Financing from IREDA

Juniper Green Energy has secured about INR 1,739 crore in debt financing from Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) to accelerate large-scale renewable energy projects and boost operational capacity.

Business | 13/08/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Govt Net Metering, Open Access Projects Bided Out Before August 31, 2025 Exempt from ALMM for Cells

MNRE has clarified that government solar projects under net metering, behind-the-meter, and open access with bid deadlines on or before August 31, 2025, will be exempt from using ALMM List-II solar cells, though ALMM List-I module compliance will still apply.

Policies & Regulations | 13/08/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

HERC approves INR 1.21/ kWh Additional Surcharge on Haryana Open Access Consumers

HERC approves INR 1.21/kWh additional surcharge on Haryana open access consumers to compensate DISCOMs for stranded fixed costs due to power procurement shifts, effective immediately.

Policies & Regulations | 13/08/2025 | By EI News Network

SECI Signs MoU with Renewable Energy Agency Puducherry to Solarise Govt Buildings

Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has signed an MoU with the Renewable Energy Agency Puducherry to solarise all government buildings in the Union Territory.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 13/08/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Arunachal Pradesh Drafts Amendment to Renewable Purchase Obligation Regulations to Boost Clean Energy

APSERC’s draft amendment updates renewable energy purchase targets for designated consumers, promoting wind, hydro, and distributed renewable energy generation aligned with India’s Ministry of Power guidelines through FY 2029-30.

Policies & Regulations | 13/08/2025 | By EI News Network

Cabinet Approves INR 8,146 Cr Investment in 700 MW Tato-II Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved an investment of INR 8,146.21 crore for the 700 MW Tato-II Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh’s Shi Yomi district. The project is expected to be completed in six years.

Renewable energy / Hydropower | 13/08/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Jitendra EV, MET’s Institute of Engineering Partner to Drive Innovation and Skilling in Electric Mobility

Jitendra New EV Tech (Jitendra EV) has signed an MoU with MET’s Institute of Engineering, Nashik, to collaborate on research, product development, and skill-building in the electric mobility sector.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 13/08/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

ThunderPlus Launches Second Women-Owned EV Franchise, A First for Andhra Pradesh

ThunderPlus has opened its first women-focused EV charging franchise in India, marking a first in Andhra Pradesh. This will promote EV adoption as well as women's entrepreneurship in the clean mobility sector.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 12/08/2025 | By News Bureau

Sterlite Electric Secures INR 1500 Crore for Q1 FY’26, Fueled by Green Energy Projects and Exports

Sterlite Electric has announced a strong start to FY’26, having secured INR 1,500 crore in total orders during the first quarter. This robust performance highlights the continued demand for the company’s portfolio of advanced conductors, power cables, and Optical Ground Wire products.

Smart Grid / T&D | 12/08/2025 | By News Bureau

Inox Green Energy Signs O&M Deal for 182 MW Wind Projects

Inox Green Energy has entered into a comprehensive O&M agreement for 182 MW of operational wind projects with the renewable energy arm of one of India’s largest and most diversified conglomerates.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 12/08/2025 | By News Bureau

 
 
 
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